Marquette County, county in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 65,834 inhabitants. The county was created 181 years ago in 1843. Its county seat is Marquette.
There are 18 city/town in Marquette County, MI. The largest city of Marquette County is Marquette with a population of 20,308. Other cities include, Frenchtown population 20,058, Beverly Hills population 10,276, Ishpeming population 3,498, Negaunee population 3,096
Situated in the Upper Peninsula along the shores of Lake Superior, Marquette County contains scenic small towns and communities steeped in natural beauty. Here are some highlights:
Marquette - The largest city in the county with around 20,000 residents. Marquette has a vibrant downtown, Northern Michigan University, and easy access to outdoor activities.
Ishpeming - Located west of Marquette, Ishpeming has around 6,500 residents. It has historic buildings and ties to the area's iron ore mining industry. The US Ski Hall of Fame is located here.
Negaunee - Nestled near the Dead River, Negaunee has just over 4,000 residents. Its downtown has a picturesque old-fashioned charm and architecture.
Michigamme - A tiny township along the Michigamme River, home to fewer than 300 people. The area is surrounded by the Hiawatha National Forest.
Republic - Situated on the Michigamme River, Republic has around 400 residents. It provides access to camping, fishing, hiking and hunting opportunities.
Marquette County's scenic wilderness, quaint towns, Lake Superior shoreline, and traces of mining history make it the perfect destination for experiencing the remote beauty of the Upper Peninsula.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Marquette County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Beverly Hills | Town in Oakland County, Michigan, United States | 10,276 |
Champion | Human settlement in Michigan, United States of America | 295 |
Forestville | Village in Sanilac County in the U. | 126 |
Frenchtown | Township in Monroe County, Michigan | 20,058 |
Greenwood | Township in Marquette County, Michigan | 598 |
Gwinn | Unincorporated community in Michigan | 1,917 |
Humboldt | Township in Marquette County, Michigan | 458 |
Ishpeming | City in Marquette County, Michigan, United States of America | 3,498 |
Maple Grove | Township in Saginaw County, Michigan | 1,316 |
Marquette | City in the U. | 20,308 |
Michigamme | Township in Marquette County, Michigan | 340 |
Negaunee | City in Marquette County, Michigan, United States | 3,096 |
Republic | Census-designated place in Marquette County, Michigan | 1,057 |
Sands | Human settlement in Michigan, United States of America | 2,308 |
Selma | Township in Wexford County, Michigan | 2,145 |
Skandia | Civil township in Michigan, USA | 832 |
Trowbridge Park | Census-designated place in Marquette County, Michigan | 2,176 |
West Ishpeming | Census-designated place in Marquette County, Michigan | 2,662 |